CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 30 Technician (Group-II) Posts. CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Dhanbad (Jharkhand) has officially released Advertisement No. CIMFR-02/2026 for recruitment of 30 Technician-1 (Group-II) (1) posts in various trades. This is an excellent opportunity for 10th + ITI candidates to join a premier CSIR Laboratory under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.
Online applications started on 20 May 2026 (10:00 AM) and the last date to submit online application is 19 June 2026 (17:00 hours). Eligible male and female candidates (Women candidates are encouraged to apply) can apply through the official portal.
CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026
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| Particulars |
Details |
| Post Names |
Technician-1 (Group-II) in various trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Instrument Mechanics etc.) |
| Total Vacancies |
30 Posts (UR:10, EWS:5, OBC:2, SC:2, ST:11 + PwBD:02, ESM:03 horizontal) |
| Age Limit |
18-28 years (as on 19.06.2026) with relaxation |
| Salary |
Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) + Approx. ₹37,000/- PM emoluments |
| Qualification |
10th (Science) with 55% + ITI / 2 years Apprenticeship / 3 years experience in relevant trade |
| Application Fee |
₹500 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM – Exempted) |
| Selection Process |
Trade Test + Written Exam (Paper-I, II & III) + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Dhanbad (Jharkhand) & Research Centres (Bilaspur, Nagpur, Ranchi, Roorkee, Raniganj) |
| Last Date to Apply |
19 June 2026 (17:00 hours) |
✅ CIMFR Technician Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Code |
Discipline / Trade |
Total Posts |
Reservation |
| 2026/001 |
Instrument Mechanics |
03 |
UR:01, EWS:01, ST:01 |
| 2026/002 |
Survey / Surveyor / Surveying |
03 |
UR:01, EWS:01, ST:01 |
| 2026/003 |
Fitter |
05 |
UR:02, SC:01, ST:02 (1 PwBD-VH) |
| 2026/004 |
Welder |
02 |
UR:01, ST:01 |
| 2026/005 |
Carpenter |
01 |
OBC:01 |
| 2026/006 |
Electrician |
07 |
UR:03, EWS:01, ST:03 (1 ESM + 1 PwBD-HH) |
| 2026/007 |
Wireman |
01 |
OBC:01 |
| 2026/008 |
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC) |
02 |
UR:01, ST:01 |
| 2026/009 |
Draughtsman (Civil) |
01 |
EWS:01 (ESM) |
| 2026/010 |
Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) |
02 |
UR:01, ST:01 (ESM) |
| 2026/011 |
Draughtsman (Mechanical) |
03 |
EWS:01, SC:01, ST:01 (ESM) |
| Grand Total |
30 Posts |
+ Horizontal PwBD-02 & ESM-03 |
✅ CIMFR Technician 2026 Pay Scale & Emoluments
Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Total Emoluments: Approximately ₹37,000/- per month (including HRA and other allowances as admissible in Dhanbad).
Selected candidates will also get DA, HRA, TA, Medical facilities, NPS, and other CSIR benefits.
✅ CIMFR Technician 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 19.06.2026): 18-28 years
- SC/ST – 5 years, OBC(NCL) – 3 years
- PwBD – 10/13/15 years, ESM – as per rules
- Departmental candidates – 5 years, Widows/Divorced Women – up to 35/38/40 years
Educational Qualification (common for all trades):
- SSC/10th with Science subjects + minimum 55% marks AND ITI/National/State Trade Certificate in relevant trade
- OR 2 years full-time Apprenticeship in relevant trade
- OR 3 years experience in relevant trade in Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body
✅ CIMFR Technician 2026 Selection Process
- Screening of Applications
- Trade Test (Qualifying in nature)
- Written Examination (Paper-I + Paper-II + Paper-III)
- Document Verification
✅ CIMFR Technician 2026 Exam Pattern
Mode: OMR / Computer Based • Total Questions: 150 • Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes • Standard: SSC + ITI / 12th
| Paper |
Duration |
Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
Negative Marking |
| Paper-I |
1 Hour |
Mental Ability Test |
50 |
100 |
No negative |
| Paper-II |
30 Min |
General Awareness + English Language |
25+25 |
150 |
1 mark per wrong |
| Paper-III |
1 Hour |
Concerned Subject / Trade |
50 |
150 |
1 mark per wrong |
| Total |
2½ Hours |
— |
150 |
400 |
— |
✅ Important Dates for CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026
| Commencement of Online Application |
20 May 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application |
19 June 2026 (17:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee |
19 June 2026 (17:00 hours) |
✅ Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / ESM |
Exempted (Nil) |
Fee payable online through SBI Collect. Bank charges extra.
✅ How to Apply for CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website www.cimfr.res.in or direct apply link
- Register with valid Email ID and create password
- Fill online application form, select Post Code
- Enter educational & experience details correctly
- Upload scanned photo, signature and all required certificates
- Pay application fee (if applicable) through SBI Collect and upload receipt
- Submit the form and take printout / save confirmation page
✅ Important Links

✅ CIMFR Technician 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 30 vacancies have been announced for Technician-1 (Group-II) posts in various trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CIMFR Technician 2026?
A2. The last date to submit online application is 19 June 2026 (17:00 hours).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A3. 10th with Science (55% marks) + ITI certificate / 2 years apprenticeship / 3 years experience in the relevant trade.
Q4. What is the salary in CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026?
A4. Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) with approximate emoluments of ₹37,000/- per month.
Q5. What is the selection process for CIMFR Technician 2026?
A5. Trade Test + Written Examination (Paper-I, II & III) + Document Verification.
Q6. Is there any application fee exemption?
A6. Yes, SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM candidates are fully exempted from application fee.